Community Chest

Through IGA Community Chest we’ve raised well over $80m to help local communities.

Every day across the country IGA Community Chest raises funds to support local communities, charities and other worthwhile causes. It could be in response to a major event like floods or bush fires or something as simple as new soccer balls for the local under 8’s.

The money is raised in a number of ways but predominately through the purchase of products with an IGA Community Chest logo on the label.

“The money is raised in a number of ways but predominately through the purchase of products with an IGA Community Chest logo on the label.”

Frequently Asked Questions

Thank you for your interest in our IGA Community Chest program. IGA is a world class retailer and we are proud of our local community heritage and the IGA Community Chest program. We’ve developed the FAQs to assist customers, organisations and groups to understand how IGA Community Chest benefits the community.

How is the money raised?

Money for IGA Community Chest is raised through a variety of ways and it is something we do 52 weeks a year.

When you purchase a product with the IGA Community Chest logo printed on the label, a percentage is automatically credited to that store’s IGA Community Chest fund . (some exclusions apply)

During IGA Community Chest catalogue promotion weeks, all products in the catalogue bearing the special IGA Community Chest logo contribute to the Chest.

Throughout the year, extra fundraising activities are conducted by stores and regions.

How are IGA Community Chest beneficiaries chosen?

For local activities the beneficiaries are chosen by the local stores

Regional activities are chosen by the region or group of stores

State beneficiaries are chosen in consultation with the State Executive and Board

Here are a couple of tips on becoming an IGA Community Chest beneficiary.

It’s best to approach your local IGA store directly. Prepare a pitch which may include;

An overview of your organisation and/or the individual that you’d like supported

What support are you looking for – monies, donations of goods, providing team jumpers, holding regular fundraising at the store, group registrations at the store, etc.